Alteplase

Alteplase belongs to a group of drugs called thrombolytics and they dissolve blood clots quickly. It helps restart blood flow to the heart and also helps prevent damage to the heart muscle. In simple words we can say that this medicine helps in dissolving blood clots.

This medication is available in an injectable dosage form to be given directly intravenously by a health care professionals. A common side effect of this medication is bleeding.

• It is a prescription medication used to treat:
• Acute myocardial infarction (heart attack)
• Acute ischemic stroke (loss of blood flow to the brain)
• Pulmonary embolism (blood clot that has travelled to the lungs)

• are allergic to alteplase or any of its ingredients
• have an active bleed
• have a history of a brain injury
• have had recent major surgery or trauma especially in the head
• severely uncontrolled high blood pressure
• have or have had any problems managing bleeding conditions in the past

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Heart Attack

• Stroke

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Decreased Blood Pressure

• Injection Site Bleeding

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is probably safe to use during lactation.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Not relevant, as this medication is intended for use in hospitalised patients.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  This medication is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is limited information available on the use of this medication in patients with liver disease.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Alteplase as ingredient

• Actilyse 20mg Infusion

  Boehringer Ingelheim

• Actilyse 50mg Injection

  Boehringer Ingelheim

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

This medication belongs to one of the kinds of blood thinner, primarily used to treat myocardial infarctions and other clotting disorders. The fibrin rich clots are bound by the drug, through the Kringle 2 and fibronectin domain.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  This medicine interacts with the following medicines which includes coumarine derivatives, oral anticoagulants, platelet aggregation inhibitors, unfractionated heparin or LMWH and ACE inhibitors.

• Ques : What is Alteplase?

  Ans : This medication belongs to a group of drugs called thrombolytics and they dissolve blood clots quickly.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Alteplase before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Alteplase?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Alteplase empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Alteplase?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.